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Galway

A creative city, island culture and the rugged beauty of Connemara.

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ExploreGalway City and Connemara
Best timeApril to October
Time needed2–4 days
Perfect forCulture, scenery, outdoor adventures and short breaks

Plan your visit

Why visit Galway?

A creative city, island culture and the rugged beauty of Connemara.

Don’t miss

Top 20 landmarks and attractions

A curated starting point for planning your time in the county.

  1. 01Galway Latin Quarter
  2. 02Spanish Arch
  3. 03Salthill Promenade
  4. 04Connemara National Park
  5. 05Kylemore Abbey
  6. 06Sky Road
  7. 07Killary Fjord
  8. 08Aran Islands
  9. 09Dún Aonghasa
  10. 10Clifden
  11. 11Diamond Hill
  12. 12Quiet Man Bridge
  13. 13Aughnanure Castle
  14. 14Galway Cathedral
  15. 15Eyre Square
  16. 16Dunguaire Castle
  17. 17Dog’s Bay
  18. 18Coral Strand
  19. 19Brigit’s Garden
  20. 20Portumna Castle

Suggested route

A simple three-day itinerary

3 days

Suggested county driving route

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1

Day 1 — Begin with Galway Latin Quarter, then continue to Spanish Arch and spend the evening exploring the nearest town.

2

Day 2 — Visit Salthill Promenade before an afternoon at Connemara National Park.

3

Day 3 — Combine Kylemore Abbey with Sky Road, allowing extra time for local food, viewpoints and unplanned stops.

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Stay and explore

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Outdoor stays

Qualified places to stay

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Inis Mór, County Galway

Aran Islands Camping & Glamping

Camping · Glamping

Frenchman’s Beach, Kilronan, Inis Mór, County Galway
H91 F65P
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Clifden, County Galway

Clifden Camping & Caravan Park

Camping · Caravan · Motorhome

Shanaheever, Westport Road, Clifden, County Galway
H71 TP08
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Island Adventures

Islands connected to Galway

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Stay in the county

Glamping & Camping in Galway.

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Experiences for your Galway trip.

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Indoor discovery

County Galway

Galway Atlantaquaria

Make space for Ireland's marine life on a Salthill visit. An indoor option to combine with the promenade when weather allows.

Start / arrival pointSalthill, Galway

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Scenic day trip

County Galway

Connemara and Cong from Galway

Travel through Connemara with a stop in Cong, County Mayo. Check the itinerary and any separate Kylemore Abbey admission charge.

Start / arrival pointGalway city — this is a coach day trip

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Full-day boat trip

County Galway

Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher cruise

Combine an island outing with sea views of the Clare coast. Check seasonal sailings, time ashore and weather arrangements.

Start / arrival pointGalway city docks — check your sailing

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